Dairy Farm Assistant

at  Jimenez Immigration

We are looking for 3 Dairy Farm Assistants for our client in Ashburton. Training will be provided. The applicant needs to have at least 3months NZ experience, a certificate in dairy training in NZ or overseas, and must have the right attitude to perform the tasks required. The applicant must have a good character and medical background, these must be backed up by a police certificate and medical certificate, respectively. Our client will schedule drug testing regularly to ensure their workplace is a safe environment.

Assisting with maintaining the health and welfare of livestock, including by patrolling, inspecting and reporting on the condition of livestock.
Providing livestock with feed and water and implementing livestock feeding and welfare programs. Carrying out livestock birthing or/ and rearing of young livestock duties
Establishing pastures and crops for livestock production
Herding and driving livestock to access feed as well as for milking and other farming operations. Washing and cleaning udders and using and sterilizing milking machines and performing milking shed hygiene processes.
Undertaking general farming and maintenance activities such as erecting and repairing fences, maintaining and cleaning livestock housing and maintaining other infrastructure.
Operating and maintaining general farm machinery and water supply and irrigation systems. Operating data collection and farm technology systems.
Assembling, preparing and storing livestock feed.
Must be willing to undergo medical and police check.
Accommodation - Single accommodation is included in the Total Package Value. No pets are allowed and must be tidy, employers will conduct house inspections.
Avg Hrs / Wk - 45
Rostered Time off : Single rotation - 4 days on / 2 days of